Active Pets
In the same way that walking will improve your health, so too will daily walks improve your dog's health and well being.
Most dogs need to be taken for a walk (or similar) at least once a day. If you walk your dog regularly, pat yourself on the back for the additional benefit to your own health. If you aren’t walking your dog this much, consider getting out there more.
Get up, get out... get active with your best friend!
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An active dog is:
- happier
- healthier
- more sociable
- mentally stimulated
- less prone to barking and digging
- a better family member
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Unleash your dog
Council provides specific dog exercise areas where you are able to walk your dog leash free. Leash free area maps are available for the Northern, Central and Southern areas of the Gold Coast.
Get up, get out... get active with your best friend!
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- 40% of Gold Coast households own a dog.
- There are two kinds of dog owners - those who walk their dogs and those who do not.
- Dog walkers are at much lower risk of lifestyle related health concerns.
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